How To Fix VK681 - & is not available as a sorting sequence!

VK681 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 681

• Message text: & is not available as a sorting sequence!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK681 - & is not available as a sorting sequence! ?

  The SAP error message VK681 typically indicates that a specific sorting sequence is not available for the pricing procedure or condition type you are trying to use. This error often arises in the context of pricing in sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sorting Sequence: The sorting sequence that is required for the pricing procedure is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly configured to use the desired sorting sequence.
  Condition Records: There may be no condition records available for the specified condition type, or the condition type is not set up correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the pricing logic, they may not be aligned with the standard sorting sequences.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sorting Sequences:
  
  Go to the transaction code V/06 (for condition types) or V/07 (for pricing procedures) to check if the sorting sequence is defined.
  Ensure that the sorting sequence